Fabulous Fabrics
Magical prints, ethereal tulles and virtual textures.
At Louis Vuitton, innovation and imagination go hand in hand – witness three fascinating fabrics.
Silk and Silicone: Ready-to-dye white silk is assembled with zips and buttons to create a relief effect. The silicone shapes are cut out with a laser, then affixed one by one by hand.
Tulle and Metallic Film: A metallic film is first bonded to a tulle base, then laser-cut to the design requested by the studio. The two materials are heated in a press, then the protective plastic film is removed from the metallic sequin to create the sheen effect. This fabric is used as a neo-embroidery.
Python and Ink: Python skin is washed out, then painted white. This neutral base is then silkscreen-printed with a pixelated python motif.
